Head of FP&A

Head of FP&A Cheshire (5 days on-site) 130,000 + bonus Head of FP&A Cheshire (5 days on-site) 130,000 + bonus An international SAAS business is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Head of FP&A to lead its commercial function and drive EBITDA growth. There is a realistic opportunity to progress to Finance Director (#1) within 2-3 years of being in the business. This is a key leadership role within the commercial finance team, responsible for delivering strategic insight, driving business performance, and supporting senior stakeholders with high-quality analysis and decision-making support. The successful individual will have proven leadership capabilities, a background of working closely with sales teams to substantially increase revenues and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment. The Role Reporting to the Finance Director, the Head of FP&A will lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning activities across the business. You will play a critical role in shaping financial performance, improving reporting capabilities, and partnering with operational and commercial teams to drive growth and profitability. Key Responsibilities Partner with key stakeholders across c-suite, sales and operations Support strategic projects, investment appraisals, and commercial decision making Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes Deliver meaningful financial analysis and performance reporting to senior leadership Develop and enhance KPI reporting and management information Provide analysis on revenue performance, margins, customer profitability, and investment opportunities Drive continuous improvement across FP&A processes, systems, and reporting automation Lead and develop the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance culture About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Significant experience within FP&A, commercial finance, or strategic finance roles within international businesses Strong financial modelling and analytical capability Experience working within a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Proven ability to influence and challenge senior decision makers Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge; Power BI experience advantageous Experience within technology / SAAS or data-led businesses would be beneficial What's on Offer Opportunity to play a significant role in the business tripling EBITDA in 3-5 years Drive international growth, including new territories Strong career development prospects - realistic progression to Finance Director Competitive salary and bonus package Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture Attractive benefits package This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused finance leader seeking a high-impact role within a dynamic and evolving organisation. There it the realistic opportunity is for you to establish yourself in the business with a view of becoming Finance Director in 2-3 years. Please get in touch with Jonathan Kerr for further details. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-05-15